RISC-V Router

About

The RISC-V Router by Start9 makes advanced networking and network security accessible to everyone. Built on a RISC-V processor with an open-source boot stack and operating system, it is the most open router on the market — and the only one designed specifically for the complex needs of home-based self-hosting.

Units are expected to ship no later than September 2026.

Pre-orders and donations will be used to fund development and are therefore non-refundable.

Key Points

Maximally Open Source : The Start9 router is built on RISC-V — an open instruction set architecture — with a fully open-source boot stack (OpenSBI, U-Boot), open-source Linux kernel, and published board schematics.

: The Start9 router is built on RISC-V — an open instruction set architecture — with a fully open-source boot stack (OpenSBI, U-Boot), open-source Linux kernel, and published board schematics. User-friendly : Unlike other routers, especially routers with advanced functionality, the Start9 router is accessible to non-technical users. Our modern GUI is easy to use and provides sane defaults for users who just want a plug-and-play experience.

: Unlike other routers, especially routers with advanced functionality, the Start9 router is accessible to non-technical users. Our modern GUI is easy to use and provides sane defaults for users who just want a plug-and-play experience. StartOS-friendly: StartOS users will be able to link their server to automate port forwarding for streamlined clearnet experience.

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